Kalliwoda, Violin and Viola Duos Op. 208

Bach: Erbarme dich for Violin & Viola or Two Violins and Piano by Johann Sebastian Bach, published by Editio Musica Budapest, is a deeply moving sacred transcription that highlights lyrical expression, ensemble unity, and emotional honesty.

Key features

• Profoundly expressive and prayer-like

• Focuses on tone, phrasing, and shared musical breathing

• Ideal for reflective and sacred performances

• A timeless Bach masterpiece of compassion and humility

Hoffmeister's "Duo in B-flat Major, Op. 13, No. 4" is a popular classical composition for violin and viola. The piece has three movements: Allegro Moderato, Adagio, and Rondo Allegretto. Hoffmeister was a German composer and music publisher known for his extensive work on the flute. He created over 25 concertos and chamber works for the flute, considering Vienna's growing number of amateur musicians. He also composed eight operas, over 50 symphonies, several concertos, a vast amount of string chamber music, piano music, and collections of songs.

Mozart composed 12 Duets for Violin and Viola during the Classical period. The solo instruments are stapled, and the score is published by Breitkopf and Haertel (BR.EB-3979). The 16-page score is a delightful blend of the two instruments, with intricate harmonies and melodious tunes. It's a must-have for any classical music lover.